One Story at a Time…
Originally established to fit an unfortunate need, 3rd Wheel Woodworking hopes to create a positive difference for those navigating the court system. Our model courtrooms are designed to help prepare children and families for court testimony, preparation that is often conducted in a therapeutic setting with a licensed professional.
We do more than courtrooms and our projects are often collaboratively created to fit unmet needs.
Custom products crafted with
the goal to improve care…
Every project is created with two questions in mind: “Will this help someone engage with their client? Will it improve care?”
If you have a project in mind that explores those two questions, reach out and let’s figure out a solution!
Testimonials
“Our therapists are often called on to help prepare children to testify in criminal court cases. It is in court where they are expected to answer questions about their abuse in front of their alleged offender and multiple strangers in an unfamiliar environment.
Having a custom-made model courtroom has been enormously helpful in helping to demystify this process for our clients, as we're able to help them more clearly understand their role and what they can expect when they are called to testify.
Helping to reduce a child's anxiety and worry about the courtroom helps them to be a better witness and enables them look back on their experience in the courtroom with feelings of accomplishment and closure.”
— Pediatric Mental Health Provider, Child Advocacy Center
“Thanks to 3rd Wheel Woodworking for this amazing therapy tool of a model court room! Many of the children we care for have been in court rooms and having this tool helps them process their experiences in a safe space. #ItTakesAVillage”
— Community Counselor, Kinship House